About The Haus of Dynamite Founded in 2009 by Natasha Rivera and Paul Rinkulis, The Haus of Dynamite (formerly The South End Dynamite) is a Boston-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth through performance, culture, and advocacy. What began as a safe haven for local youth has grown into a movement that unites hundreds across Boston. Our mission is to break barriers, dismantle homophobia and discrimination, and uplift the voices of Latino and LGBTQ+ communities. Through teamwork, workshops, and vibrant performances, members develop confidence, leadership, and communication skills while celebrating diversity and equality. With each event and community partnership, we continue to expand our reach—creating safe, inclusive spaces where young people can thrive.

Formerly known as South End Dynamite, Haus of Dynamite is a groundbreaking baton and dance team born in Boston, Massachusetts—and reimagined in 2022 as more than just a team… but a movement.

Founded in 2009, this electrifying group started as a safe space for youth who didn’t always fit the mold—and quickly became one of Boston’s most recognized parade and performance teams, known for their bold energy, cultural pride, and unforgettable presence across New England and beyond.

Today, Haus of Dynamite stands as a powerhouse of performance, purpose, and pride.

OUR MISSION

Haus of Dynamite is dedicated to:

• Empowering youth through performance, culture, and leadership

• Dismantling homophobia and discrimination, especially within the Latinx community

• Creating safe, inclusive spaces where every child—regardless of identity—can thrive

• Building confidence, communication, and lifelong skills through teamwork and the arts

WHAT WE DO

We are more than baton. More than dance.

Haus of Dynamite:

• Performs in major parades, cultural festivals, and community events

• Trains youth in baton, dance, choreography, and performance

• Hosts workshops, pageants, and leadership opportunities

• Builds a family environment rooted in unity, discipline, and self-expression

From the streets of Boston to regional stages, we bring energy, culture, and statement-making performances everywhere we go.

OUR IMPACT

Haus of Dynamite has become:

• One of the first openly LGBTQ+-inclusive baton teams in its community

• A safe haven for youth who felt unseen or excluded

• A platform where young people find their voice, identity, and confidence

• A force that challenges tradition and redefines what baton culture looks like today

What started as a small team… is now a movement that has impacted hundreds of youth